Rapid City, South Dakota Weather:
Active Weather Warnings
Monday, November 2, 2026
Rainy Weather
Day 52°
Night 39°
Precipitation 94 %
Wind 27 mph
UV Index (0 - 11+) 1
Weather Forecast History
Last Year's Weather on This Day (November 2, 2025)
Cloudy Night

Day

66°

Night

36°

Wind

9 mph

Precipitation

1 %

Weather Alerts and Warnings for

Severe Future Possible

High Wind Watch

High Wind Watch issued November 1 at 12:08PM MST until November 3 at 6:00AM MST by NWS Rapid City SD
Nov 2, 9:00 AM → Nov 3, 6:00 AM
WHAT: Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
possible.

WHERE: Portions of northwestern and southwestern South Dakota.

WHEN: From Monday morning through late Monday night.

IMPACTS: The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings, and
signs. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
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Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Updated: Nov 1, 7:38 PM Source: NWS Alert
Severe Expected Likely

High Wind Warning

High Wind Warning issued November 1 at 8:47PM MST until November 3 at 6:00AM MST by NWS Rapid City SD
Nov 2, 9:00 AM → Nov 3, 6:00 AM
WHAT: Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected.

WHERE: Portions of northwestern and southwestern South Dakota.

WHEN: From 9 AM Monday to 6 AM MST Tuesday.

IMPACTS: The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings, and
signs. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds can cause
blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris.
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People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.
Updated: Nov 1, 10:24 PM Source: NWS Alert